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== | == Notes on the use of these charts == | ||
:'''The cost estimates are only that, estimates.''' | |||
::*They are generally based on placing a Mouser order for the parts for one board using the BOM that has been provided. | |||
::*They do not include shipping. | |||
::*The costs may significantly lower if the parts are obtained through a coop or from other sources. | |||
::*The price of electronic components and PCBs changes quickly. | |||
::*Individual results will vary. | |||
:'''My apologies to any/all board designers if I omitted some critical information.''' | |||
<br> | |||
== | == Board Comparison == | ||
:The following tables have been updated to only include boards that are actively being supported by the DoItYourselfChristmas.com community. Correct and accurate information concerning boards supported by other forums is best found there. | |||
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=== Light Controllers=== | |||
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!| Controller Board || Number of Channels || Dimmable || PC Communication Method | !| Controller Board || Number of Channels || Dimmable || PC Communication Method | ||
!| Compatible with <br> COOP SSR || Requires External Power Supply || Estimated cost to <br> populate 1 board || Board COOP Status | !| Compatible with <br> COOP SSR || Requires External Power Supply || Estimated cost to <br> populate 1 board || Board COOP Status || PCB Dimensions | ||
|- | |||
| [[Olsen 595|COOP Olsen 595]] || 64 || No¹ || Parallel Port || Yes || Yes || $40-$50 || Boards Available <br> Contact macrosill || 4.4” x 7.8” | |||
|- | |||
| [[GRINCH_Controller_Assembly_Instructions|Grinch]] || 64 || No¹ || Parallel Port || Yes || Yes || $20-$25 || Boards Available <br> Contact wjohn || 2" x 6.8" | |||
|- | |- | ||
| [[ | | [[The Renard SS8 Controller Board | Renard SS8]] || 8 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> On-board SSRs || No || $35-$45 || Boards & Kits Available <br> Contact Wayne J || 3.4" x 6" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[ | | [[Renard16]] <br> (Xmus16) || 16 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> On-board SSRs || Yes || $50-$60 || Boards Available <br> Contact wjohn || 2.9" x 7" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[ | | [[The Renard SS16 Controller Board | Renard SS16]] || 16 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> On-board SSRs || No || $50-$60 || Boards & Kits Available <br> Contact Wayne J || 4.1" x 8" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[ | | [[24 Channel Renard with SSR Assembly Instructions | Renard24]] || 24 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> On-board SSRs || No || $75-$85 || Boards Available <br> contact g2ktcf || 7” x 5.8” | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | [[The Renard SS24 Controller Board | Renard SS24]] || 24 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> On-board SSRs || No || $65-$75 || Boards & Kits Available <br> Contact Wayne J || 4" x 11" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[ | | [[REN_32_Controller_Board| REN 32]] || 32 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || Yes || No || $35-$40 || Boards Available <br> Contact Wayne J || 3.625" X 6.5" | ||
|- | |||
| [[Renard64]] || 64 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || Yes || Yes <br> * Requires LV AC source || $55-$65 || Boards Available <br> Contact wjohn or g2ktcf || 5" x 6.5" <br> (Rev XC) | |||
|- | |- | ||
| Firegod <br> W/ 4 field Modules || 128 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232) || Yes <br> (with latest firmware) | | Firegod <br> W/ 4 field Modules || 128 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232) || Yes <br> (with latest firmware) | ||
| No || $135-$145 <br> (w/ 4 field modules) || COOP complete <br> No boards available | | No || $135-$145 <br> (w/ 4 field modules) || COOP complete <br> No boards available || 2.5" x 3.8" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | [[Ren48LSD]] || 48 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || N/A <br> LED Driver || Yes || $50 || Boards available at diyledexpress.com || 4.0" x 7.0" | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Solid State Relays| | | [[Renard Plus 32]] || 32 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || Yes || No || $35 || Boards Available <br> contact g2ktcf || 4.3" x 6.15" <br> Pre-Drilled for CG500 | ||
|- | |||
| [[Fox_Cub_Overview | FoxCub16]] || 16 || Yes || Serial Port <br> (RS-232/RS-485) || Yes || Yes || $22 || Home Etch || 3.2" x 4" | |||
|- | |||
| [[Solid State Relays| SSRNeon-G2]] || 4 || Yes || 4 Sinking inputs <br> from Controller Boards || N/A || N/A || $10-$12 || Boards Available <br> contact ukewarrior || 2.75" x 2.25" <br> Pre-Drilled for TA200 | |||
|- | |||
| [[Solid State Relays| SSRez]] || 4 || Yes || 4 Sinking inputs <br> from Controller Boards || N/A || N/A || $7-$10 || Boards Available <br> contact g2ktcf || 2.75" x 2.25" <br> Pre-Drilled for TA200 | |||
|- | |||
| [[Solid State Relays| SSROZ V2.d]] || 4 || Yes || 4 Sinking inputs <br> from Controller Boards || N/A || N/A || $10-$12 || Boards Available <br> Contact wjohn | |||
| | |||
|} | |||
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:*Note¹ - Olsen 595 and Grinch can be dimmed by using a Ren-T (or other Zero Cross source) and [[Ren-C]] board | |||
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=== Other Boards Available === | === Other Boards Available === | ||
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!| Board || PC Communication Method || Function(s) || Estimated cost to populate board || Board COOP Status | !| Board || PC Communication Method || Function(s) || Estimated cost to populate board || Board COOP Status | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Renard-595 Converter|Ren-C]] || Serial Port <br> (RS-232) | | [[Renard-595 Converter|Ren-C]] || Serial Port <br> (RS-232) | ||
| align="left" | | | align="left" | | ||
#Converts dimming Renard serial data into 595 compatable dimming data | |||
#Creates dimming for the Olsen 595 and Grinch boards | |||
<br> | |||
:*Requires a ZC signal | |||
|| $10-$12 || Boards Available <br> Contact wjohn | |||
|- | |- | ||
| LEDTriks || Parallel Port | | LEDTriks || Parallel Port | ||
| align="left" | Used to generate messages/effects on a 16 x 48 grid of LEDs || $20-$25 || | | align="left" | Used to generate messages/effects on a 16 x 48 grid of LEDs || $20-$25 || Boards Available | ||
<br> Contact wjohn | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | LEDTriks LED Panels || N/A | ||
| align="left" | | | align="left" | Set of 3 Panels for LED Mounting <br> Makes the LEDTricks Assembly Simple || $45 || Boards Available | ||
| | <br> Contact g2ktcf | ||
|- | |||
| Ren-W || Serial Port <br> RS-485 | |||
| align="left" | Converts a wired Renard controller into wireless || $27-$70 || Boards Available | |||
<br> Contact <br> dirknerkle | |||
|} | |} | ||
== Board Construction Difficulty == | |||
:'''This information is completely subjective and opinions will vary.''' | |||
:An empty entry does not imply no problems. It only implies that, at this posting, no first-hand experience was available to make an entry. | |||
{| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center;" | {| border="1" cellpadding="10" style="text-align: center; margin: 1em auto 1em auto" | ||
!width="125"| | !width="125"| Board | ||
!width="175"| | !width="175"| Difficulty Level | ||
!width="350"| | !width="350"| Construction Issues | ||
|- | |- | ||
| COOP Olsen 595 || Easy || None | | COOP Olsen 595 || Easy || None | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Grinch || Easy || None | | Grinch || Easy || None | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | Renard SS8 || Moderate | ||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | | align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Renard16 <br> (Xmus16) || Moderate | | Renard16 <br> (Xmus16) || Moderate | ||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | |||
|- | |||
| Renard SS16 || Moderate | |||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | | align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | ||
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| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | | align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Renard64 || Moderate | | Renard SS24 || Moderate | ||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | | align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | ||
|- | |||
| Renard64 || Moderate | |||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | |||
|- | |- | ||
| Ren48LSD || Moderate | |||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC | |||
|- | |||
| Renard Plus 32 || Moderate | |||
| align="left" | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC <br> and a 40 Pin Socket or ISCP Cable | |||
|- | |||
| Firegod <br> W/ 4 field Modules || Moderate | | Firegod <br> W/ 4 field Modules || Moderate | ||
| align="left" | | | align="left" | | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | FoxCub16 || Easy | ||
| align="left" | - | | align="left" | - Requires an ISP or Arduino for bootloader | ||
|- | |||
| SSRNeon-G2 || Easy || None | |||
|- | |- | ||
| COOP SSR <br> & <br> SSROZ V2.d || Easy || None | | COOP SSR <br> & <br> SSROZ V2.d || Easy || None | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Ren-C || Moderate | | Ren-C || Moderate | ||
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| LEDTriks || Moderate | | LEDTriks || Moderate | ||
| align="left" | - LED panel itself a large undertaking | | align="left" | - LED panel itself a large undertaking | ||
|- | |||
| Ren-W || | Easy | |||
|align="left"| -XBee Programmer recommended but not required | |||
|} | |} | ||
[[Category:DIYC Controllers]] | |||
[[Category:Beginners Info]] | |||
[[Category:General Info]] | |||
[[Category:Renard SS8]] | |||
[[Category:Renard SS16]] | |||
[[Category:Renard SS24]] | |||
[[Category:Renard 24]] | |||
[[Category:Renard 48LSD]] | |||
[[Category:Renard 64XC]] | |||
[[Category:Renard64]] | |||
[[Category:Renard16 (xmus)]] | |||
[[Category:The Grinch]] | |||
[[Category:Olsen 595]] | |||
[[Category:Firegod and Helix]] | |||
[[Category:RPMs DMX Designs]] | |||
[[Category:DIYC Index]] |
Latest revision as of 21:42, 28 November 2013
Notes on the use of these charts
- The cost estimates are only that, estimates.
- They are generally based on placing a Mouser order for the parts for one board using the BOM that has been provided.
- They do not include shipping.
- The costs may significantly lower if the parts are obtained through a coop or from other sources.
- The price of electronic components and PCBs changes quickly.
- Individual results will vary.
- My apologies to any/all board designers if I omitted some critical information.
Board Comparison
- The following tables have been updated to only include boards that are actively being supported by the DoItYourselfChristmas.com community. Correct and accurate information concerning boards supported by other forums is best found there.
Light Controllers
Controller Board | Number of Channels | Dimmable | PC Communication Method | Compatible with COOP SSR |
Requires External Power Supply | Estimated cost to populate 1 board |
Board COOP Status | PCB Dimensions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
COOP Olsen 595 | 64 | No¹ | Parallel Port | Yes | Yes | $40-$50 | Boards Available Contact macrosill |
4.4” x 7.8” |
Grinch | 64 | No¹ | Parallel Port | Yes | Yes | $20-$25 | Boards Available Contact wjohn |
2" x 6.8" |
Renard SS8 | 8 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A On-board SSRs |
No | $35-$45 | Boards & Kits Available Contact Wayne J |
3.4" x 6" |
Renard16 (Xmus16) |
16 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A On-board SSRs |
Yes | $50-$60 | Boards Available Contact wjohn |
2.9" x 7" |
Renard SS16 | 16 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A On-board SSRs |
No | $50-$60 | Boards & Kits Available Contact Wayne J |
4.1" x 8" |
Renard24 | 24 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A On-board SSRs |
No | $75-$85 | Boards Available contact g2ktcf |
7” x 5.8” |
Renard SS24 | 24 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A On-board SSRs |
No | $65-$75 | Boards & Kits Available Contact Wayne J |
4" x 11" |
REN 32 | 32 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
Yes | No | $35-$40 | Boards Available Contact Wayne J |
3.625" X 6.5" |
Renard64 | 64 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
Yes | Yes * Requires LV AC source |
$55-$65 | Boards Available Contact wjohn or g2ktcf |
5" x 6.5" (Rev XC) |
Firegod W/ 4 field Modules |
128 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232) |
Yes (with latest firmware) |
No | $135-$145 (w/ 4 field modules) |
COOP complete No boards available |
2.5" x 3.8" |
Ren48LSD | 48 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
N/A LED Driver |
Yes | $50 | Boards available at diyledexpress.com | 4.0" x 7.0" |
Renard Plus 32 | 32 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
Yes | No | $35 | Boards Available contact g2ktcf |
4.3" x 6.15" Pre-Drilled for CG500 |
FoxCub16 | 16 | Yes | Serial Port (RS-232/RS-485) |
Yes | Yes | $22 | Home Etch | 3.2" x 4" |
SSRNeon-G2 | 4 | Yes | 4 Sinking inputs from Controller Boards |
N/A | N/A | $10-$12 | Boards Available contact ukewarrior |
2.75" x 2.25" Pre-Drilled for TA200 |
SSRez | 4 | Yes | 4 Sinking inputs from Controller Boards |
N/A | N/A | $7-$10 | Boards Available contact g2ktcf |
2.75" x 2.25" Pre-Drilled for TA200 |
SSROZ V2.d | 4 | Yes | 4 Sinking inputs from Controller Boards |
N/A | N/A | $10-$12 | Boards Available Contact wjohn |
- Note¹ - Olsen 595 and Grinch can be dimmed by using a Ren-T (or other Zero Cross source) and Ren-C board
Other Boards Available
Board | PC Communication Method | Function(s) | Estimated cost to populate board | Board COOP Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ren-C | Serial Port (RS-232) |
|
$10-$12 | Boards Available Contact wjohn |
LEDTriks | Parallel Port | Used to generate messages/effects on a 16 x 48 grid of LEDs | $20-$25 | Boards Available
|
LEDTriks LED Panels | N/A | Set of 3 Panels for LED Mounting Makes the LEDTricks Assembly Simple |
$45 | Boards Available
|
Ren-W | Serial Port RS-485 |
Converts a wired Renard controller into wireless | $27-$70 | Boards Available
|
Board Construction Difficulty
- This information is completely subjective and opinions will vary.
- An empty entry does not imply no problems. It only implies that, at this posting, no first-hand experience was available to make an entry.
Board | Difficulty Level | Construction Issues |
---|---|---|
COOP Olsen 595 | Easy | None |
Grinch | Easy | None |
Renard SS8 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard16 (Xmus16) |
Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard SS16 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard24 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard SS24 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard64 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Ren48LSD | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
Renard Plus 32 | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC and a 40 Pin Socket or ISCP Cable |
Firegod W/ 4 field Modules |
Moderate | |
FoxCub16 | Easy | - Requires an ISP or Arduino for bootloader |
SSRNeon-G2 | Easy | None |
COOP SSR & SSROZ V2.d |
Easy | None |
Ren-C | Moderate | - Requires a PIC programmer for the PIC IC |
LEDTriks | Moderate | - LED panel itself a large undertaking |
Ren-W | Easy | -XBee Programmer recommended but not required |